Since forming in 2007, the band's combination of danceable rock and soulful songwriting (and brilliantivity) has come to life through a meticulously-crafted and ever-evolving live performance. The band has been instrumental in the growth of New Orleans’ burgeoning indie rock scene, and they have achieved success and notoriety in the city’s competitive musical landscape.
The Revivalists have proven themselves as a live act. They have managed to advance from low-profile local gigs to extensive touring, developing a loyal fan base at home and across the Gulf Coast Region and gaining footholds nationally. Abroad, they have commanded such venues as The Kennedy Center (Washington, DC), Sullivan Hall (New York City), Toad’s Place (New Haven, CT), and Smith’s Olde Bar (Atlanta, GA). At home, The Revivalists are regulars at The Howlin’ Wolf, The Republic, and the legendary Tipitina’s. They have shared stages with such notable acts as Perpetual Groove, Marco Benevento, Rebirth Brass Band, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, The Lee Boys and Snarky Puppy. Additionally, they have established themselves as an engaging festival act, winning over audiences at French Quarter Fest, Crawfest and Foburg Festival in New Orleans, Hamstock Barbecue and Music Festival in Ridgeland, MS, and The Duke Ellington Jazz Festival in Washington, DC. Most recently, The Revivalists played the 2010 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. There, they caught the attention of Rolling Stone senior editor David Fricke, who wrote about their performance on his blog on rollingstone.com.
The Revivalists have also grown as studio musicians. Their first release was listed as an editor’s pick in both the Jam and American Traditional Rock categories on CDBaby.com, despite being a humble five-song EP. Their second release, Vital Signs, is both the band’s first full-length album and a significant step forward in terms of production and scale. The young band was privileged to record under the guidance of Grammy Award-winning producer Chris Finney, whose resumé ranges from Dr. John to R.E.M. Vital Signs is the result of this collaboration. Soon after its release, Vital Signs became the top-selling album on CDBaby in the American Traditional Rock category, and was quickly selected to be featured in their newsletter.
Members:
George Gekas (bass)
Andrew Campanelli (drums)
Zack Feinberg (guitar)
David Shaw (vocals, guitar)
Ed “Steel” Williams (pedal steel guitar)
Rob Ingraham (saxophone, miscellaneous/other)
Celebration
The Revivalists Lyrics
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One vow to the other now she's changing names
Two bottles of wine bought from St. James
Yeah I know that girl with the wandering eyes
She don't feel the same
All those pretty girls
I know the score
That's just not the game I'm playing
See, All those pretty girls
Around the world can see
The tides are turning
And it's not just make believe
Do it now
Oh baby (oh baby)
Come on and celebrate
Let's go and celebrate now (now)
Oh baby (oh baby)
Come on and celebrate
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Everybody's talking
Just talkin' talkin' talkin' shit
Shoulda listened to your mother
Gotta take care of your business
Should've seen the signs you know
Coldcocked on the dance floor
Now your only visit's conjugal
But out here on the west coast
All those pretty girls
Who fall in love are saying
I know the score
That's just not the game I'm playing
All those pretty girls
Around the world can see
The tides are turning
And it's not just you and me
Do it now (now)
Oh baby (oh baby)
Come on and celebrate
Let's go and celebrate now (now)
Oh baby (oh baby)
Come on and celebrate
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
So do it now (now)
Oh baby (oh baby)
Come on and celebrate
Let's go and celebrate now (now)
Oh baby (oh baby)
Come on and celebrate
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
The lyrics to The Revivalists' song "Celebration" tell a story of love and change. The opening lines, "They got married in a hurricane / One vow to the other now she's changing names," suggest a relationship that started amidst chaos but is now undergoing a significant transformation. The mention of the hurricane symbolizes the stormy nature of their union. The line about changing names could mean that one partner is taking on a new identity after marriage, representing a shift in their individuality.
The second verse introduces a girl with wandering eyes who doesn't feel the same anymore. This could be an indication that one or both partners are no longer committed to the relationship. The following lines reveal that there are other pretty girls around the world who understand the game and the changing tides. This suggests that the singer is aware of the shifting dynamics in relationships and is not interested in playing by the same rules as others. The repeated chorus of "Do it now, oh baby, come on and celebrate" creates an atmosphere of urgency and encourages the listener to embrace the present moment and find joy despite the challenges they may face.
Overall, "Celebration" explores themes of change, disillusionment, and the need to find happiness amidst uncertainty. It portrays a relationship in flux and encourages the listener to celebrate despite the circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
They got married in a hurricane
Despite the chaos and uncertainty, they made a commitment to each other.
One vow to the other now she's changing names
They made promises to each other, and now she is taking on his last name.
Two bottles of wine bought from St. James
They indulged in a couple of bottles of wine purchased from St. James, enjoying a moment of escape and celebration.
Yeah I know that girl with the wandering eyes
I am aware of a woman who tends to be easily distracted or attracted to others.
She don't feel the same
However, she does not share the same feelings or commitment as the artist.
All those pretty girls
Many attractive women
Around the world are saying
Everywhere, these women are expressing
I know the score
I am aware of what is happening
That's just not the game I'm playing
But I choose not to participate in that particular way or approach.
See, All those pretty girls
You must understand, all these beautiful women
Around the world can see
From all over the globe, they can perceive
The tides are turning
A significant change is occurring
And it's not just make believe
And it is not mere imagination or fiction.
Do it now
Take action immediately
Oh baby (oh baby)
My dear (my dear)
Come on and celebrate
Join me in commemorating
Let's go and celebrate now (now)
Let us begin the festivities immediately
Everybody's talking
Everybody is discussing or gossiping
Just talkin' talkin' talkin' shit
But their words are just meaningless gossip or negativity.
Shoulda listened to your mother
You should have heeded your mother's advice
Gotta take care of your business
You need to prioritize and manage your own affairs
Should've seen the signs you know
You should have been aware of the indicators
Coldcocked on the dance floor
Being unexpectedly struck or hit while dancing
Now your only visit's conjugal
Your only visits now involve conjugal encounters
But out here on the west coast
However, in this location on the west coast
Who fall in love are saying
Those who experience love are expressing
And it's not just you and me
This change is not limited to just us
So do it now (now)
Therefore, take action immediately
Oh baby (oh baby)
My dear (my dear)
Come on and celebrate
Join me in commemorating
Let's go and celebrate now (now)
Let us begin the festivities immediately
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Vocalization with no specific meaning
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Vocalization with no specific meaning
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Vocalization with no specific meaning
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na na na na na na
Vocalization with no specific meaning
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Shaw, Dave Richard Bassett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Your Solar Girl
I could be sleepy, but when I hear their music, I just wanna dance. 🎺🎶
JeffB
I love all their songs but this one tops my chart it gets my blood flowing
Dayna Saldivar
No se como tienen tan pocas visitas, esto es hermoso 😄😍
rb rihab
I am In love with this song 😍😍
Dawn of Upheaval
Wow this song grooves hard!
LivinNluvinLife 2019
Just woke up and I’m going to celebrate this song 💕
Adolfo Colque Davila
otra banda subestimada...algun día seremos millones
david acevedo
la gente ahora no sabe de buena musica, solo escuchan musica de mierda
ahmed mohamed
Awesome band
mariahawk5
I love this song!!!!! #ilovetherevivalists